The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking four (4) volunteers to begin

in early May 2017 for up to 8 months to join the 14th Crazy Ant Strike Team

(CAST 14) Expedition to Johnston Atoll National Wildlife Refuge to continue

work towards eradicating an infestation of the Yellow Crazy Ant (YCA) and

to monitor seabirds and other wildlife. Johnston Atoll is located in the

central Pacific Ocean about 720 nautical miles west-southwest of Honolulu

and is uninhabited except for the four volunteers and one crew leader.

Applicants must be willing and able to work 48 hours per week. Must be

physically fit and able to walk 10 miles a day over variable terrain, lift

and carry 50 lbs, ride a bicycle, swim, be able to perform repetitive

stooping and bending motions and be able to perform all duties in various

weather conditions including high heat and humidity, strong winds, and

rain. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work well

independently as well as closely in a small group. All CAST members must

follow all pesticide and safety protocols. Qualified applicants MUST

possess a valid passport that will not expire before June 2018. Possession

of a valid U.S. driver=E2=80=99s license is preferred.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and the positions will

remain open until filled. Interviews may begin as early as late January so

candidates are encouraged to apply early.

For the full position description and for instructions on how to apply,

please see the posting on Texas A&M:

http://wfscjobs.tamu.edu/jobs/crazy-ant-strike-team-volunteer-honolulu-hawaii-johnston-atoll-nwr/

Contact Katrina Scheiner with any questions at katrina_scheiner@fws.gov.

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